Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Denver: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver.
Denver is one hour ahead of Phoenix, where Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located. Denver runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
The busiest route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Denver International Airport (DEN). There are 133 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PHX to DEN is the 05:00 United Airlines option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.
For a relaxed start to your PHX to Denver flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver tickets are available for booking. Denver International Airport (DEN) is where you'll be touching down.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver include:
PHX is around 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near PHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that take off from PHX land on time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Denver
ر.ق. 84 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ر.ق. 167. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from PHX to Denver, book your trip one month before your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
The distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hop off your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option that's not too far from DEN, head for Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport.
Pick up a Denver International Airport rental car and explore Denver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Denver International Airport around one week before your flight from PHX to Denver can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The street address for DEN is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Best time to go to Denver
Before booking your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Denver offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from PHX to Denver around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Denver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Denver right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Denver:
Union Station and Denver Art Museum are just two of the top attractions to add to your Denver travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Denver Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United States
Denver is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres south of Denver, a visit to Colorado Springs will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Around 161 kilometres south of Denver, Pueblo is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Pueblo Weisbrod Aircraft Museum, Rosemount Museum and Pueblo Zoo.